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Tuesday, July 9, 2013

Beauty Arsenal: My Go-To Makeup Products

We ladies know that having an arsenal of bullet-proof makeup
products is key. The right products can turn your “just rolled out of bed” face
into a natural and starry-eyed glow. They can also take that same natural glow
and turn it into a va-va-va-voom look, fit for a night out on the town.
Whichever look you’re going for, these items are sure to help. Here is my
arsenal of makeup products that I just could not live without:

e.l.f. Mineral
Infused Face Primer, Radiant Glow: $6 at Target

This is WITHOUT A DOUBT the ideal base for any face and only
$6! This primer instantly smooths the skin, making it so easy to apply the
rest of your makeup. I like to put it everywhere- face, eyelids and lips. Just
one or two squirts will get the job done so you certainly can’t go wrong!

Maybelline Dream
Fresh BB Cream: $6 at Target

Maybelline makes this great BB Cream for a fraction of the
price of similar products. Not to mention, just a little dot is enough, so it
lasts for a long time! Paired with the e.l.f. face primer, it works as a total
concealer. On days when I’m going for a totally natural look, I take 30 seconds
to rub this on. It covers everything and doesn’t even look like I have any
makeup on at all! I call that a WIN-WIN!

Maybelline Mineral
Power Powder Foundation: $9 at Wal-Mart

If you use this mineral powder the way I do, it will last a
very long time. Since the BB cream has already concealed any blemishes or dark
circles, I simply use this to achieve an airbrushed look. Just buff the powder
onto the skin with the provided brush and voila- flawless airbrushed skin every
time. Isn’t that the dream?!

I have LITERALLY tried every single type of mascara out
there, and this has become my absolute favorite for ANY occasion. The formula,
combined with the applicator brush, truly does make your eyelashes long and
plush. There are no other words to describe it! Zero clumps or stiffness! Lashes
will feel natural and soft all day long! Butterfly kisses anyone?

Any sassy gal will LOVE this eye shadow, especially for a
night out. It shines and shimmers like no other! These two colors are my
favorite. I pair them for a smoky eye or, if I’m going for a less impactful
look, I use the Night Sky color as eye liner and put a bit of the Celestial
Silver in the inside corner of my eye for a nice pop! I get compliments all the
time on this show-stopping shadow. In fact, I’m getting a little low—I better
stock up ASAP!

Now, if you have seen a photo of me, I’m sure you have
noticed my most prominent facial feature—my lips. When I was a child I hated my
full lips but now I love them! Unfortunately though, this means since I was 12
I’ve been struggling to keep some color on them. (I kind of look dead without
any!) Year after year I searched for a long-lasting lip color. All different
brands advertise it but none of them really last through eating, drinking,
kissing, AND swimming!

This is why I was BEYOND EXCITED when I tested CoverGirl Outlast
All-Day Lipcolor. I swear it’s everything that’s advertised. First you put on
the lip color and wait until it dries. After that, apply the moisturizer that’s
included which adds a little gloss. However, once that dries, the lip color is
one hundred percent smudge-proof. I put some on last night at 6pm and when I
woke up this morning, my lips still looked incredible! It’s magic in a bottle
and I absolutely love it! I promise you will not be disappointed.

e.l.f. Studio Makeup
Mist & Set: $3 at Target

My last layer of defense is the e.l.f. Makeup Mist &
Set. When compared to other setting sprays, like Urban Decay’s $18 bottle, this
is a total steal. It works just as well, for pennies on the dollar! All you do
is pump a few sprays on your face after you’ve completed your makeup. Then, wait
a couple minutes for it to dry and you’re set for the night! No reapplying, no
smudged makeup, no blemishes sneaking through! A total must for the gal on the
go!

Let me know about your personal experiences with any of
these products!

What products are in your arsenal? I’d love to know and try
them out for myself! Stay Fly, Ladies!